With a little sun management, natural light can be a beautiful design element. Elegantly managing the sun’s heat and glare can be accomplished with interior sun control fabrics. To make any room a more comfortable environment, the light filtering qualities of sun control fabrics diffuse light, reduce glare, and help control interior temperatures. As these fabrics filter and diffuse light, they also help reduce the fading of textiles and interior furnishings. Sun control fabrics effectively provide energy efficient solutions by reducing the amount of solar heat gain. While lighter color fabrics reflect the sun’s rays and illuminate the interior with just the right amount of light, darker fabrics provide a superb view to the outside and absorb light, making them ideal for viewing computer and television screens. For such applications where natural light and view are desired, roller shades provide the ideal combination of light control, visibility, solar protection, and heat reduction!

Numerous studies measuring energy transmission and efficiency have been conducted throughout the United States and Europe, which in both simulated and real-life situations, clearly demonstrate that solar screen fabrics effectively reduce the temperature of a room without the use of air conditioning. The technical characteristics of solar screen fabrics facilitate cost-effective temperature control, optimal use of natural light and year-round comfort in the workplace. All of this is achieved while enhancing aesthetics and reducing energy usage. Further energy savings may be realized by using systems that regulate the position of the shades according to the time of day and weather conditions.

Mariak is the Manufacturer of these Roller Shades

Through years of manufacturing experience, Mariak has developed shading solutions for every application. Whether your project requires the simplicity of a chain operated clutch control or the sophistication of motorized network integration, Mariak roller shades offer a solution that will protect interior furnishings from UV damage, reduce heating and air conditioning expenses, and manage glare, all while preserving a view of the outside world. Mariak uses the highest quality fabrics and specially engineered parts in combination with the most recent manufacturing technology to produce the finest roller shades and sun screens available.

Options

• 3” & 4” Square Aluminum Fascia Valance
• The 3” & 4” Square Aluminum Fascia Valance is an “L” shaped aluminum extrusion that covers the front and bottom of the roller. This valance option locks to its brackets with snap-in fittings. The roller is concealed behind this valance and the bottom of the shade drops from the back of the valance when lowered.
• Roll: Available for regular roll only
• Color: White, Alabaster, Bronze, Black, & Clear Anodized
• Mount: Inside or Outside
• Minimum: Width: 18”
• Maximum: Width: 240”

3” & 4” Round Aluminum Fascia Valance
• The 3” & 4” Round Aluminum Fascia Valances are an aluminum extrusion that offers a contoured face presenting a softer appearance than tradition square fascias. This valance option covers the front and bottom of the roller and locks to its brackets with snap-in fittings. The roller is concealed behind this valance and the bottom of the shade drops from the back of the valance when lowered.
• Roll: Available for regular roll only
• Color: White, Black, & Clear Anodized
• Mount: Inside or Outside (Recommended as Outside)
• Minimum: Width: 18”
• Maximum: Width: 240”

3” & 4” Fabric Wrapped Fascia Valance
• The 3” & 4” Fabric Wrapped Fascia Valances are the Round Aluminum Fascia Valances listed above, but include fabric matching the roller shade wrapped around the aluminum extrusion. This innovative upgrade option provides a warm look for any room. As described above with the Round Fascia Valance, this option covers the front and bottom of the roller and locks to its brackets with snap-in fittings. The roller is concealed behind this valance and the bottom of the shade drops from the back of the valance when lowered.
• Roll: Available for regular roll only
• Color: Valance fabric matches shade fabric
• Mount: Inside or Outside (Recommended as Outside)
• Minimum: Width: 18”
• Maximum: Width: 240”

Tips To Remember:
Use a steel measuring tape
Round down to the nearest 1/8" for width
Round up to the nearest 1/8" for height
See Product Specifications for more specific product info.
Sizes should always be provided in this format: Width x Height
On any measurement given, the factory does have a +/- 1/8 of an inch variance allowance.

Measuring for Roller Shades

Inside Mount Width

• Measure the exact width (left to right) of the inside edge of the window frame in three places (top, middle and bottom).
• Take the smallest of the three measurements to the nearest 1/8 of an inch.
• The factory will make the correct deduction from the total width to allow for brackets and correct installation. Roller shades have generally large deductions due to the nature of the product (roller and hardware) -PLEASE CALL FOR SPECIFIC FABRIC AND TUBE DEDUCTIONS. Fabric is usually minimally- 1 1/8" or more from ordered width on inside mount .

Inside Mount Height

• Measure the exact height (top to bottom) from the top inside edge down to the window sill in three spots across window.
• Take the largest of the three measurements.

Outside Mount Width

• Measure the exact width (left to right) of the wooden or metal window frame (outer edge) OR how wide you want the product to be.
• For Solar Shades or Roller Shades, make sure the measurement overlaps the window opening by at least 2" on each side to ensure light control and privacy.

Outside Mount Height

• Measure the top and bottom edge of window frame/trim. If no trim, be sure you provide the height you want the shade to be from top of the headrail to bottom of the bottom rail.
• Be sure to allow for coverage for light control and mounting hardware if mounting above window opening to wall surface. You will need 2 inches of surface area to mount above opening. Call us for further instruction if needed.